Land Development Project Planner — Hybrid Role

StartupNWA; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Core States Group is hiring a Project Planner (Land Development) in Bellevue, WA. You will manage private land development projects, coordinate with clients, agencies, and multiple disciplines, and oversee due diligence, entitlements, and permitting processes.

We value integrity, service, and innovation, offering competitive compensation, healthcare, retirement, PTO, and flexible work arrangements. If you thrive in a values-driven culture and complex projects, apply today.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in land development with retail clients.
• College degree or technical certification in land use planning, real estate, environmental consulting, engineering, construction, or related field.
• Experience with due diligence, site planning, land use entitlements, environmental review, construction permitting, etc.
• Experience working with multiple disciplines including civil engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, land surveying, traffic engineering, and environmental consulting.
• Ability to prioritize a diverse workload, resolve complex issues, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to communicate well with clients and team members, strong technical writing skills, and public speaking proficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to identify practical uses for company-approved AI tools to improve team processes, support better decisions, and increase efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to review AI-generated content for accuracy, protect confidential information, and remain responsible for the final work product

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison with clients & agencies through clear communication & representation
• Conduct due diligence investigations (review agency codes, prepare & refine site plans, conduct phone interviews, review technical documents, prepare written report, etc.)
• Prepare and process land use applications (i.e., prepare submittal materials, review staff reports, testify at public hearings, etc.)
• Coordinate the acquisition of special documents and studies (i.e., land surveys, traffic studies, environmental reports, etc.)
• Coordinate the processing and approval of construction permit applications
• Track deliverables using the company’s standard forms and procedures
• Prepare and administer contracts as necessary

Skills

Due diligence

Site planning

Public speaking

Technical writing

AI tools usage

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or technical certification in land use planning / related field

Job description

Core States Group is hiring a Project Planner (Land Development) in Bellevue, WA. You will manage private land development projects, coordinate with clients, agencies, and multiple disciplines, and oversee due diligence, entitlements, and permitting processes.

We value integrity, service, and innovation, offering competitive compensation, healthcare, retirement, PTO, and flexible work arrangements. If you thrive in a values-driven culture and complex projects, apply today.